Texas Standard

It is a city as well known for its history as its growth in the here and now. Today we’re broadcasting from San Antonio for a special edition of the Texas Standard.As we celebrate 10 years of the Texas Standard, our yearlong tour of Texas takes us to the studios of our partners at Texas Public Radio, based in one of the most beautiful big cities in all of Texas. Though its many landmarks bring in the tourists, new residents are rushing in, too – putting pressure on resources like energy and water.We’ll explore those growing pains, but we’ll also be sampling the tastes and sounds that make San Antonio special. The post A special broadcast from San Antonio appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Democratic congressman Henry Cuellar from Texas faced charges of conspiracy, bribery and money laundering. Why did the president just pardon him? We’ll dive in today.Texas becomes the first state to buy bitcoin. Why, and what it adds up to in a larger context.Imagine distilling your entire year into a snapshot – like a top 10 list. Spotify may have popularized the year-end personal recap craze, but they’re not the only game in town. Holiday wrapping and a whole lot more today on the Texas Standard. The post Why a Texas Democrat was pardoned by Trump appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Some new Texas laws are going into effect this week, including a modified bathroom bill. Other new laws include yet another one affecting abortion access, and one changing the tests kids take in Texas schools.Texas flagged hundreds of voters as potential noncitizens earlier this year, but county officials have already determined many were mis-flagged.The latest AP Top 25 college football rankings are out, but the handwringing continues over which teams will make the playoffs.And we’ll talk with Terese Svoboda, author of the book “Hitler & My Mother-in-Law.” The post Voters flagged as noncitizens may have been eligible all along appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Questions about the Trump administration’s military operations in the Caribbean against Venezuela are growing. We’ll delve into the details.We’re also following the special election in Houston’s 18th Congressional District amid uncertainty over which congressional map Texas will use.Fort Worth and Tarrant County cut back on some public meetings, leading to an outcry.Is Texas becoming a dumping ground for oil waste from another state?And we get a tour of San Antonio’s new Museo del Westside. The post Is Texas being used as an oil waste dumping ground? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The eyes of many Texans are on the U.S. Supreme Court – with new redistricting maps hanging in the balance. The Texas Tribune’s Eleanor Klibanoff joins us with an update on a legal back and forth that could affect which maps Texas uses for the 2026 election season.Another Texas Republican, U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls, says he won’t seek reelection to Congress. That makes him the sixth GOP lawmaker to step back from elected office as we approach a new election season. What’s behind these departures?Also, a common refrain from Texas restaurants this holiday season: “Cash please, not credit.” The post What’s next after Supreme Court restores Texas’ congressional map? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

We’re bringing you a special rebroadcast from the studios of our partners at Houston Public Media, the November destination in our yearlong waltz across Texas marking 10 years on the air.Today, we’ll explore Houston’s rise to become the nation’s newest global city.Also, a mission to tell the true story of the first female astronauts, the Houston Chronicle with a new list of the top Houston restaurants, a take on Texas zydeco, and a whole lot more.Texas Standard is a listener-supported production of KUT & KUTX Studios in Austin, Texas.You can support this podcast at supportthispodcast.org The post Encore presentation: Houston’s rise to become a global city appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Texans under the age of 18 make up almost a quarter of the state’s population, so we put together a show with them in mind, from Abilene and the Children’s Art and Literacy Festival In June.We begin with a conversation about politics: We’ll hear from some Texas teens who make their voices heard, even though they can’t yet vote.Checking in with our go-to tech expert about kids and technology – some tips for engaging them while avoiding some of the pitfalls.Other familiar voices on the show will be insect expert Wizzie Brown, who is answering kids’ questions about bugs, and commentator W.F. Strong, who shares a conversation about growing up in Texas with his 10-year-old daughter. The post Encore presentation: A special Texas Standard for kids, from Abilene appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

From the oldest radio station in Texas, in Dallas’ historic Fair Park, site of the State Fair of Texas, it’s Texas Standard Time.As we continue to celebrate our 10th birthday this year, the Texas Standard tour bus in October pulled into the historic home of WRR, temporary home to our partners KERA North Texas.We’ll explore the economic boom across North Texas, hear voices from the fair, learn about a new sports classic set to kick off at the Cotton Bowl and much more.It’s a special edition of the Texas Standard, live from Fair Park in Dallas. The post Encore presentation: From State Fair to stock exchange, a special broadcast from Dallas appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

As we continue our yearlong 10th birthday celebration, we’re sharing a special rebroadcast of our July show before a live studio audience at a place that’s been called the “Athens of Texas” – Waco, itself celebrating 25 years of public radio from our partners at KWBU.We’ll be sampling some of the sights, sounds and tastes of this historic Central Texas city.After all, when you’re the birthplace of Dr Pepper, home to a national monument marking an epic concentration of mammoths, and with a growing population and national profile, there’s a whole lotta Waco to explore. The post Encore presentation: Dr Pepper, mammoths and more – all about Waco appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Today we’re bringing you a special rebroadcast of Texas Standard’s May show from El Paso.We hear from some prominent El Pasoans – former Congressman Beto O’Rourke and former El Paso Mayor Dee Margo – on the city’s dynamic politics.El Paso has become a leader in innovative water management. How the city is securing its future in the desert.KTEP’s Aaron Montes visits a local academy training the future stars of lucha libre.And: How bighorn sheep have returned to El Paso’s mountains after a century away. The post Encore presentation: The politics, food and culture of El Paso appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.